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Feeding the class fish was Jay's obligation.
What does Obligation mean?
An obligation is something you must do.
Dictionary definition
Something a person is expected or required to do.
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Obligation in a sentence
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A promise can create an obligation to help later.
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The article explained how rights and obligations work together in a community.
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What does obligation mean?
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Which word is closest in meaning to obligation?
Duty is close in meaning to obligation.
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Partnoun.
MeaningObligation means An obligation is something you must do.
ExampleExample: Feeding the class fish was Jay's obligation.
Word breakdown
4 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- ob · lih · gay · shun
- Strongest beat
- gay
- Ending
- shun
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on gay.
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Synonyms
Words like Obligation
dutyUse for something someone is responsible for doing.
responsibilityUse for a task or role someone should handle.
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Word family
Obligation word family
Base word
obligation
noun
obligations
More than one required duty.
adjective
obligated
Required to do something.
adjective
obligatory
Required, not optional.
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Hint for students
An obligation is something you must do.
Common mix-up
Obligation is not the same as choice. Obligation means an obligation is something you must do.
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Read this model sentence: A promise can create an obligation to help later. Clue words: promise, create, help. Underline clue words that show why obligation fits instead of choice. Now write one new sentence that shows obligation without using the word obligation. Ask: Does my sentence clearly show obligation?
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Ask students to explain this model sentence: "A promise can create an obligation to help later." Why does obligation fit better than choice?
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